Restaurant Manager

Buvette is a globally recognised, French-inspired all-day concept founded by James Beard Award-winning chef Jody Williams in New Yorks West Village. The word Buvette refers to a gathering place with friends a neighbourhood gem, or an extension of home. Jody often describes Buvette as a gastroteque: a creative expression of great gastronomy made in-house, where almost everything is prepared from scratch, down to cocktail bitters and many of the small details that shape the guest experience.

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Buvette is not just a venue, but a guest journey that lingers long after the visit. It blends the atmosphere of an elegant old-world café with the casual, relaxed feel of a neighbourhood eatery. Interiors are carefully considered, celebrating nostalgia and the character of well-worn antique pieces, each with its own story. Buvette is dedicated to simply enjoying food at any time of day from breakfast and coffee through to lunch, evening drinks, and intimate late suppers.

The menu centres around comforting, produce-led small plates, using some of the best locally sourced ingredients to support regional suppliers and independent producers. Service is designed to be efficient, warm, and highly considered, ensuring quality is never compromised.

Opening in London, Buvette brings this globally recognised concept to the city, joining a family of international locations including New York, Paris, Tokyo, and Seoul. We are now building an exceptional opening team to help bring this iconic concept to life.
As a Restaurant Manager, you will support the day-to-day running of operations and service delivery. You will help lead shifts, support the team, and ensure a consistently high standard of guest experience. As this role will run shifts in a managerial capacity.

Key Responsibilities
Supporting daily operations and service standards
Leading shifts and coordinating floor, bar, and gastro teams
Ensuring excellent guest experience and smooth service flow
Supporting training, onboarding, and team development
Assisting with reservations, rotas, and service planning
Able to work rotating shift patterns which includes earlies and lates

About You
Minimum 2 years experience in a supervisory or senior hospitality role
Strong leadership and communication skills
Proven track of managing and motivating teams
Guest-focused, organised, and proactive approach
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
Passion for hospitality and team development
Salary & Benefits
£42,000 £45,000 per annum (a combination of basic salary and service charge)
Industry-leading staff perks

Equality Statement
Buvette London is an equal opportunity employer. xwzovoh We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.